Archdeacon of Fremantle 1964 - 1974: Fremantle Prison Chaplain 1964 - 1979 [oral history] / / interviewer: Margaret Howroyd

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AuthorThomas, Ralph Thomas, 1913 - 1995; Howroyd, MargaretDescriptionIntroduction and biographical details -- Appointed Archdeacon of Fremantle, chaplain to the Fremantle Prison and the Fremantle Hospital in 1964 -- Restoration of St John's Church -- Relocation of rectory -- Demolition of Johnston Memorial Church -- Erection of R & I Building and Johnston Flats -- Ecumenical Movement -- Activities in St John's Church -- Food coupons for charity -- Funeral of Sir Frederick Samson -- Chaplaincy at the Hospital -- Full-time, paid Prison Chaplain -- Changes in Prison workshops -- Broadcast of service in Prison Chapel -- Combined charity work of prisoners and warders -- Rotary award -- Discussion of Ralph Thomas's career and ideals -- Women prisoners -- Details of work and conditions at the Prison -- Special occasions at the Prison -- Funerals -- Warders' strike -- Duties and routine of a prison chaplainImprintFremantle, W.A. : LHC, 1988Collation2 sound cassettes (105 min.) + Guide to contents (4 leaves) + Collateral (1 leaf)LanguageEnglishDate Published1988NotesSUPPORT MATERIAL: Article with photo from the West Australian of 26 December 1987Dewey ClassOH/THOAudio FormatCassetteDigital ItemYes

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Barcode30118000474142LocationOral History Collection

PeopleRalph Thomas ThomasSubjectFuneral rites and ceremoniesFremantle Prison - Officials and EmployeesSt. John’s Anglican ChurchFremantle HospitalFremantle Prison - Conservation and restorationCollectionOral History Collection

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